Mackie MCU Pro 8-Channel Control Surface with USB

Enhance your audio production workflow with the Mackie MCU Pro 8-Channel Control Surface with USB. This state-of-the-art control surface boasts a robust and extensible 8-channel interface, making it an essential piece of equipment for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Designed to provide meticulous control over mixing, editing, and automation tasks, the MCU Pro seamlessly integrates with a wide array of digital audio workstations, ensuring that your music production is both efficient and creative.

Not only does the MCU Pro establish a hassle-free connection with your computer via USB, but it also features three additional connectors for external MIDI gear. This functionality allows some users to bypass other MIDI interfaces entirely, streamlining their setup. Each of the eight channels is equipped with a 100mm Alps touch-sensitive motorized fader, offering ultra-precise control over panning, send levels, EQ, dynamics, and other DSP plug-in modules. The Mackie proprietary communication protocol ensures smooth interaction with music production software, allowing you to focus on bringing your creative visions to life.

Furthermore, the unit features a comprehensive automation assignment section, along with intuitive navigational controls, including a tape-style transport and jog/shuttle wheel. The MCU Pro is also expandable, allowing for additional functionality through the Mackie Control Extender Pro and C4 Pro modules. Whether you're working in a professional studio or a home setup, the Mackie MCU Pro 8-Channel Control Surface guarantees to elevate your audio production process to new heights.

Key Features

• Eight-channel touch-sensitive control surface with 100mm motorized faders
• Proprietary Mackie communication protocol for seamless integration with music production software
• Comprehensive controls, including mute, solo, pan, send level, and record arm functions
• Multi-functional rotary encoders for versatile adjustments
• Editing controls for cut/copy/paste operations
• Full automation assignment section
• Tape-style transport controls with jog/shuttle wheel and RTZ/END buttons
• Dual function commands enabled by Shift modifier
• Full meter display with track names and parameters
• Onboard USB MIDI interface, supporting direct connection to Mac or PC and up to three external MIDI devices
• Expandable with optional Mackie Control Extender Pro and C4 Pro modules

Specifications

• Connection: USB/MIDI
• Faders: 9 (100mm touch-sensitive Alps motorized faders)
• Transport Controls: Yes
• Jog/Shuttle: Yes
• Rotary Controls: 8
• Numeric Keypad: No
• Display: 40 x 2 character LED, Two-digit LED SMPTE Time Code read-out
• Multiple Units: Yes
• Included Software: No
• Supported Software: ACID Pro 6, Audition, Cubase, Digital Performer, Final Cut Pro 5, Logic, Live 5, Nuendo, Pro Tools, Reason 3, Samplitude, SAWStudio, Sequoia, Sonar, Soundscape, Soundtrack Pro, Tracktion, Vegas
• System Requirements: Free computer USB port
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 16.5 x 16.9 x 4.7 inches (419 x 429 x 120mm)
• Weight: 11.8 lbs (5.4kg)

Package Contents

• Mackie MCU Pro 8-Channel Control Surface
• USB Cable
• Power Adapter
• User Manual